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Scarecrow M&C Saatchi Appoints Vijay Assudani as creative director
NEW DELHI: In a move to strengthen its creative team, Scarecrow M&C Saatchi recently appointed Vijay Assudani as creative director.
Prior to this he worked with Lowe Lintas and before that, he was in Leo Burnett Orchard. Vijay has worked on brands like ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, Videocon d2h, DNA, Religare, UltraTech Cement, Zee, Reliance Digital, Colors TV, among others. This is Vijay’s second stint with Scarecrow.
Scarecrow M&C Saatchi founder and director Raghu Bhat said, “What he brings to the table is a combination of great command over creative writing, and some very sharp insightful thinking. His film for ICICI Prudential Life Insurance featuring a disease-afflicted football coach is beautifully crafted and I look forward to more great work from him.”
Scarecrow M&C Saatchi founder and director Manish Bhatt said, “Scarecrow has been a breeding ground for some hungry talent looking to make their mark in advertising, Vijay is a part of that group. We have had a mutually rewarding relationship before and this time also we are betting on doing some great creative work together.”
Assudani said, “Raghu and Manish are known to develop creative leaders, irrespective of their background. In advertising, or in any other in any other job for that matter, what matters is the equity that you share with your seniors, and I have can proudly say that I share very positive vibes with them.”
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Ameya Velankar steps down as Uber’s head of marketing for India & South Asia
Veteran marketer exits after more than seven years with the ride-hailing giant.
MUMBAI: After more than seven years of steering Uber through the bumpy roads of India’s mobility market, Ameya Velankar has decided to change lanes. Ameya Velankar has stepped down as Head of Marketing for India and South Asia, marking the end of a significant chapter at the ride-hailing company. He had been with Uber since 2019, taking on multiple roles in product and category marketing before rising to lead the marketing function for the region in 2021.
During his tenure, Velankar played a key role in strengthening Uber’s positioning in one of its most competitive and dynamic markets. He helped drive localised marketing strategies and scale adoption across key offerings such as Auto, Moto, Rentals and Intercity, tailoring global platforms to Indian consumer needs.
Prior to joining Uber, Velankar built his marketing expertise at leading consumer companies including SC Johnson and Marico, where he handled category and product leadership roles. His career began at RPG Enterprises.
Details of his next professional move have not been disclosed.
In a fast-evolving mobility landscape where brands constantly battle for attention, Ameya Velankar helped Uber stay relevant and resonant with millions of Indian users. As he moves on from the driver’s seat of marketing, the company will now look for fresh ideas to keep its wheels turning smoothly.
